#TriviaTuesday . . . . . The answer is C! According to research, more than a million knees and hips are replaced each year in North America. Joint replacement used to be called "high-tech," but it's now a common operation. https://www.webmd.com/osteoarthritis/features/candidate-surgery#1

This week, we will be talking about knee and hip replacement surgeries. Here are common reasons why people replace their hips or knees: Pain and stiffness - It may be time for a new joint if it hurts so much that it's hard to walk, climb stairs, get up from a chair, or do other activities. Affects your daily life - It's not just pain itself that matters, but the impact it has on your regular routine. Do your joint problems limit what you can do? Does it cause your mood to change? Bone damage - X-rays and other imaging tests show that your osteoarthritis or other conditions are taking a toll on your joints. Other treatments don't help - Medication, injections, or devices like walkers aren't giving you the relief you need. Also, make sure you have tried a full course of physiotherapy treatment and home program. Deformity - Your knee is severely swollen or your leg is bowed. https://www.webmd.com/osteoarthritis/features/candidate-surgery#3

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Here are some tips to prevent skiing injuries #stayinmotion Maintain fitness. Be sure you are in good physical condition when you set out on a ski outing. If you are out of shape, select ski runs carefully and gradually build your way up to more challenging trails. Many ski injuries happen at the end of the day, when people try to get in one last run before the day's end. A majority of these injuries can easily be prevented if you prepare by keeping in good physical condition and stopping when you are tired or in pain. Warm up. Research studies have shown that cold muscles are more prone to injury. Warm up with jumping jacks, running or walking in place for 3 to 5 minutes. Take a couple of slow ski runs to complete your warm up. Hydrate. Even mild levels of dehydration can affect physical ability and endurance. Drink plenty of water before, during, and after skiing. Know safety rules. Understand and abide by all rules of the ski resort. Know general safety rules of skiing, such as how to safely stop, merge, and yield to other skiers. Learn ski lift safety. Before your outing, know how to properly get on and off a lift. https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/staying-healthy/skiing-injury-prevention/

TRUE OR FALSE? #TriviaTuesday . . . . . The answer is TRUE! In a latest study researchers found that ski helmets reduced head injuries by 35 percent overall and by 59 percent among children younger than 13 years of age. Some experts believe that helmet use may provide skiers with a false sense of security and lead to riskier behaviour. But one study found that rates of helmet use are higher in skilled skiers. https://www.news-medical.net/news/20110213/Ski-helmets-prevent-head-injuries-by-3525-Study.aspx

Let's talk about #skiing this week? #stayinmotion A wide range of injuries occur in snow skiing. Knee injuries are very common, particularly injuries of the anterior cruciate ligament. Because skiers frequently put their arms out to break a fall, shoulder injuries - such as dislocations and sprains - often occur. Fractures around the shoulder and lower leg are common. Skiers who fall on an outstretched hand while holding a ski pole can get a "skier's thumb." Head injuries also occur in skiing, and can be especially serious. Several strategies can help prevent ski injuries, such as having the appropriate equipment and choosing ski runs that match your ability level. Taking ski lessons is especially important for new skiers. Learning how to fall correctly and safely can reduce the risk of injury. Even experienced skiers can improve by taking a lesson. https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/staying-healthy/skiing-injury-prevention/ Want to know what are some common injuries and how to prevent them? We'll be posting tips and facts about skiing this week!

Nevan Roy son of physio Beth Gutkin Roy #snowboarding.

Happy Friday! 👍

@inmotionnetwork Set up at the Wellington Massage College Job Fair. Our clinics are busy! Established clientele and wait lists. #massagetherapy #massagecareer #masaagetherapist #careerfair #stayinmotion #wellingtoncollege

#snowboarding #injuryprevention #stayinmotion Stretching is an essential part of successful snowboarding. A good stretching routine can help to minimize muscle imbalances, prevent injury, improve your exercise tolerance and your boarding performance. When is the Best Time to Stretch? When your muscles are warm and relaxed! Snowboarding is a dynamic sport, so you'll need both dynamic and static stretching. Dynamic stretches form part of your pre-boarding warm-up. Static stretches can be included at the end of your cool down or at other times to improve your overall fitness. If you have an injury, or a specific mechanical imbalance that may be holding back your snowboarding performance, your physiotherapist can design a stretching program just for you. Snowboarders, especially those just starting out, would be wise to stock up on some safety gear. Wrist and elbow guards can ease the force of falls on the joints of the upper body. Knee pads help prevent contusions, a pad for the tailbone is also a good idea, as new snowboarders spend a lot of time on their backside.

All inMotion clinics will be closed Monday February 19 for Louis Riel day. We hope everyone has an enjoyable long weekend!